Harbor seal feeding

Observation deck

Visitors can view the seals from The Marine Mammal Center's observation deck.

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Sea lion rescue

Credit: The Marine Mammal Center

Marine Mammal Center workers rescue a sea lion.

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Sea lions

Credit: The Marine Mammal Center

Sea lions go for a dip in a pool at The Marine Mammal Center.

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The Marine Mammal Center

Credit: The Marine Mammal Center

"Patients" lounging in the sun at The Marine Mammal Center.

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